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Dear
Friends,
As anyone who has set foot on a college campus knows first-hand,
there is no possible way to get everyone to agree on any issue.
The events of the past year, particularly the build-up and war in
Iraq, were at the forefront of concern here at Juniata, and every
student, faculty member and employee held strong opinions about
what policy the United States should follow.
On campus there were many people against the war, a goodly number
in favor of war, and a few who were on the fence. As you can read
in "Juniata in a Time of War", the College created means for people
willing to air their views in a civil discussion of a volatile political
issue. By using our robust speaker's program, faculty and student
activism and creating a teach-in about Iraq and surrounding issues,
we were able to bring everyone into the debate and provide an educational
experience for the College and community.
Superb communication skills were the cornerstone for creating a
dialogue about these issues. As you'll read in "..Ability to Communicate!",
the communications program has expanded its faculty and course offerings,
making the department's courses integral for students in all disciplines,
particularly information technology and business.
Communication and discussion also are central to the mission of
our business and IT programs. Our faculty encourage these principles
by structuring their courses using the team approach. In "Team Concepts"
and "Kicking IT Up a Notch" discover how Juniata uses its unique
personal education philosophy to educate future business leaders.
And speaking of future leaders, please take time to look at the
Nomination Scholarship brochure/insert and nominate a child, grandchild,
relative or friend to compete for a nearly cost-free education.
Warm regards
Thomas R. Kepple Jr.
President
kepplet@juniata.edu
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